1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 447 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LeSabre | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3280 mm |
