1986 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3280 mm |
