1970 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 1981 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Isuzu |
| Model | K 70 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
