1986 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 680 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Regal | Ascender |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3280 mm |