1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 115 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
