1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 has automatic transmission and 1982 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1982 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Florian | 220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
