1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 33 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 615 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Isuzu 117 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 117 | CLS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |