1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 117 | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
