1998 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | AC | Isuzu |
Model | Cobra | 117 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |