2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Crown. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Ascender | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2700 mm |
