1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Florian | 164 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
