1987 Buick Regal vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 611 kg more than 1967 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1967 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1967 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Regal | Florian |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
