2005 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 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, 2005 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
