1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 560 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.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Camaro | Florian |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |