1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 172 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Impulse | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |