1999 Audi R8R vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | R8R | 117 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
