1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 604 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
