2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
