1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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 (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2003 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta 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.
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1988 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Fiesta | Ascender |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3280 mm |