2009 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 40 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 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
