1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | 117 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |