1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 43 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 772 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Isuzu | Dodge |
| Model | 117 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
