1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 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 190 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. 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 1973 Honda 1300. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | 1300 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3280 mm |
