1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 332 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impulse | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2712 mm |
