1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Impulse | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |