1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 19 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | 117 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
