1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 735 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | 117 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 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 |
