2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Five Hundred | 117 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |