1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 548 kg more than 1970 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 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Florian |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
