2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 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 168 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Ascender | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2460 mm |
