1969 Isuzu 117 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 43 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1628 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu 117 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | 117 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
