1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 10 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Impulse | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
