2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Expedition | 117 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |