1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 29 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
