1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1990 Isuzu Impulse has manual transmission. 1990 Isuzu Impulse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Impulse | Antara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
