1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
