1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
