1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Impulse | Musso |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
