1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Florian | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
