1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 1 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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Delta | 117 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
