1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | 117 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3946 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 | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |