1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | 117 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |