1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Comodoro | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3280 mm |
