1977 Buick Regal vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1967 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1967 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Regal | Florian |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |