1981 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |
