2009 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 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.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A4 | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
