1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 16 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
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, 1995 Nissan Almera, 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | 117 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
