1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 24 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 920 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Roadmaster | 117 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |