2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 582 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Isuzu Ascender | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Isuzu | Chevrolet |
Model | Ascender | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5740 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |