1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | 117 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
