2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | 117 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
