His last login was 7-31-2023 so you might get a reply, but from what I gather, it is not actually the same amp. Same manufacturer but not same model.

And with a little re-wiring, the new JVC and Kenwood (as well as others) amps are easily adapted to our cars; and their prices are attractive. One need only get the manual to our car out and compare to the diagrams that come with the new amp and off you go. There are three threads in the top of this part of the form ("STicky Threads") that give additional help in upgrading the system to four channels.

It is really not that hard and the new stuff on the market is really good, if you stay away from the super-cheap products.