2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 754 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Lumina | Florian |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
