1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 635 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Infiniti |
| Model | 117 | EX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
