1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 45 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1427 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Isuzu | Cadillac |
| Model | 117 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
