1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Florian | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
