2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 574 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Lumina | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
