2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 181 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Tahoe | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
