1980 Isuzu Florian vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Florian is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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, 1980 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Florian | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 818 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
