1972 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3280 mm |
