1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1981 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1981 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Riviera | Florian |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |