2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 798 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | 300 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 58 L |
