1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 628 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Pontiac | Isuzu |
Model | Firebird | Florian |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |