2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Five Hundred | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
