1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 21 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 100 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Isuzu | TVR |
Model | 117 | 400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |