1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 18 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Corona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
