1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LeSabre | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
