1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Impulse | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
