2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 527 kg more than 1979 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Charger | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
