1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 1996 TVR Chimaera. 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Impulse | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
