1989 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Electra | Ascender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
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 | 163 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |