1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1197 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Impulse | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |