1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 689 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
