2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 22 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 749 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | Vanquish | 117 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |