1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 760 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 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | 117 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |
