1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 546 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Reatta | Florian |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
