1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
