1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 38 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1005 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | 117 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
