1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu Ascender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2006 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | Sport | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
