1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1977 Isuzu Florian (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Florian |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
