1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 20 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 110 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impulse | B |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
