2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante 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 245 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Ascender | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
