1969 Isuzu 117 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1969 Isuzu 117 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 292 kg more than 1969 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu 117 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | 117 | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
