1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 18 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 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Excel | 117 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
