2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | E-150 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
