1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Blazer | Florian |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
