1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 117 | 220 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |