1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian

To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 755 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.

Because 1967 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 1967 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 1997 Cadillac Seville 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. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Cadillac Seville 1967 Isuzu Florian
Make Cadillac Isuzu
Model Seville Florian
Year Released 1997 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2360 mm


 

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