1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Peugeot | Isuzu |
| Model | 504 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
