1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Impulse | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
