2004 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 945 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | D-MAX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2270 mm |
