1977 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic 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 222 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 82 L |
