1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 130 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
