1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 35 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 505 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | 117 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
