2002 GAZ 3110 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3110 is newer by 23 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, 2002 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 215 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, 2002 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GAZ 3110 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | GAZ | Isuzu |
| Model | 3110 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
