1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | 117 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
