1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 28 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 557 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
Model | 117 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |