1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
