1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1982 Ford Taunus is newer by 14 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1982 Ford Taunus. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Taunus | 117 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
