1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | APV | Florian |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
