1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1523 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | 117 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
