1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 28 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 501 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | 117 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
