2006 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Trooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |