1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 31 kg more than 1979 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 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Florian | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Florian | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |