2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Express | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
