1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1994 Toyota Supra is newer by 26 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Supra weights approximately 560 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | 117 | Supra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1818 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |