2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Terios | 117 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
