1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 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 2,327 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 270 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.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | 117 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
