1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 205 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Florian | 190 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
