2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 962 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
