1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Newport | 117 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
