2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 612 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
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 (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Trajet | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
