1970 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Florian | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
