2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 201 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | i30 | Impulse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |