1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 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 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | 117 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 92 L |