1989 Isuzu Impulse Hatchback
The 1989 Isuzu Impulse Hatchback is a 110-hp 2.3-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $14,628 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 110 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 127 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The Impulse measures 172.0 inches long on a 96.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,890 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,628 ($38,340 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3-liter SOHC 8-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 110 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 127 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 8-valve |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 172 in |
| Width | 65 in |
| Height | 50 in |
| Wheelbase | 96 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,890 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 36 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 28 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars