1950 Buick 40 vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | 40 | Impulse |
Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |