2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 572 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2000 Buick LeSabre 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. 2000 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | LeSabre | Impulse |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |