2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown 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 204 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 890 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Ascender | Renown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2750 mm |
