1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 741 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Impulse | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
