1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz 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 216 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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 1984 Honda Jazz. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Jazz | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3280 mm |
