1983 Ford Capri vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 165 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | 117 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 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 | 1245 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
