1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
