1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 1968 Toyota Crown 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 1968 Toyota Crown. 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 Isuzu Impulse (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Impulse | Crown |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
