2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1985 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 23 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1985 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Lumina | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
