1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 42 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 769 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | 117 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
