1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. Both 1990 Isuzu Impulse and 1978 Toyota Corona are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Impulse | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |