1982 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 247 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | 117 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
