2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | CTS | 117 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
