1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 875 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Roadmaster | Florian |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |