1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 11 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impulse | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
