1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 22 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 750 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Typhoon | Florian |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
