1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | 117 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
