2006 Honda Insight vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 16 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Insight | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
