1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 960 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | 117 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
