2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
