1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | 117 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
