1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 45 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.
Because 1968 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | 117 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
