1977 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Florian | Discovery |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |