1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 41 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | 117 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
