1978 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Ascender |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3280 mm |