2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 40 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 611 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Nitro | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
