1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Impulse | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
