2002 Honda That vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2002 Honda That 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda That (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda That will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | That | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 750 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
