1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Florian | 117 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
