1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Impulse | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
