1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 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, 1969 Opel Commodore (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Florian | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
