2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
