1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1986 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
