2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |
