1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 820 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Explorer | 117 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
