1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 32 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, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | 117 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
