1998 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | AC | Isuzu |
Model | Cobra | 117 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |