1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | 117 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |