1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Blazer | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |
