1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 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 (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Impulse | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
