1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Impulse | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |