1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 488 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | 117 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |