1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 6 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 115 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117. 1985 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
