1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 117 | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |
