1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 12 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 445 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 117 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
