2003 Buick Century vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Century | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Century | Florian |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
