1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Florian | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
