1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse

To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Camaro and 1990 Isuzu Impulse were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Camaro 1990 Isuzu Impulse
Make Chevrolet Isuzu
Model Camaro Impulse
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm


 

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