1969 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 1 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Capri | 117 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |