1989 Audi V8 vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 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 20 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |
