1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 285 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | Mondial | 117 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 56 L |