1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
