1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona 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 1980 Opel Ascona. 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 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Impulse | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
