1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 403 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Florian | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
