1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 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 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Isuzu | Buick |
| Model | 117 | Century |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
