1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 552 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Isuzu Impulse has manual transmission. 1990 Isuzu Impulse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Seville | Impulse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
