1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 13 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 70 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Scorpio | 117 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
