2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 214 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Ascender | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |