1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | 117 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |