2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Ascender. 2004 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascender | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2850 mm |
