1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 964 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Concerto | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
