1994 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 4 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1994 Honda Civic, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | 117 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
