1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Porsche 944 is newer by 8 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 180 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, 1987 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |
