1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 121 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 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impulse | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 147 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 | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
