1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 31 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 755 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 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Isuzu | Tata |
Model | 117 | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 152 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 | 1165 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |