2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. 2008 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Isuzu Ascender | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Ascender | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |