1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Camaro | 117 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
