2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica. 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 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Trooper | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
