1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 11 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Because 1972 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | 117 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
