1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 22 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (317 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 1990 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
