2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | CR-V | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
