2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1968 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 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-450 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 58 L |
