1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1969 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 850 kg more than 1968 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | 117 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
