1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Blazer | 117 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
