1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | 117 | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |