2004 Honda Element vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 521 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Element | Florian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
