1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Florian | 10 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
