1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 21 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 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 159 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 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, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2007 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. 2007 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
