1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 125 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
