1969 Isuzu 117 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Isuzu 117.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu 117 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 117 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |
