1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | 117 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
