1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | 117 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
