1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Mazda | Isuzu |
Model | Luce | Florian |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |