1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
