1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 20 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 477 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | 117 | Supra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |