1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 19 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 250 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, 1987 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
Model | 117 | 505 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |