1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1979 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Florian | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
