1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 175 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
