2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 443 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
