1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Florian | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
