Japan vs Japan — 1962 vs 1968
| Skyline Sport Coupe | 117 Coupe 1600 GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 120 hp |
| Torque | 108 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 1,862 cc | 1,584 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 13.5 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 103 mph | 115 mph |
| Weight | 2,315 lbs | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Length | 4,280 mm | 4,280 mm |
| Units Produced | 60 | 86,192 |
| Value (Excellent) | $500,000 | $75,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1962 Prince Skyline Sport Coupe brings greater rarity, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1968 Isuzu 117 Coupe 1600 GT answers with more power, higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Grand Tourer cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1962 Prince Skyline Sport Coupe versus the 1968 Isuzu 117 Coupe 1600 GT. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1968 Isuzu 117 Coupe 1600 GT holds a clear advantage in raw power with 120 hp compared to 94 hp, a 26-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Prince Skyline Sport uses a Inline-4 SOHC displacing 1,862 cc, while the Isuzu 117 Coupe relies on a Inline-4 DOHC with 1,584 cc. The 1968 Isuzu 117 Coupe 1600 GT claims a higher top speed at 115 mph compared to 103 mph. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 60 units built, the 1962 Prince Skyline Sport Coupe is considerably scarcer than the Isuzu 117 Coupe's 86,192 examples. On the collector market, the 1962 Prince Skyline Sport Coupe commands a significant premium over the 1968 Isuzu 117 Coupe 1600 GT, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1962 Prince Skyline Sport Coupe rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.