2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 8 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Lumina | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1595 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
