1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1982 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1982 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Express | Florian |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
