1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 189 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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impulse | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
