1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 85 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | 117 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
