1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 637 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | 117 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
