1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 316 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Florian | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
