1977 Isuzu Florian vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Florian | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 929 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
