2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 765 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1985 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Expedition | Trooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |