2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 60 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Terios | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 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 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
