1978 Isuzu Florian vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 1982 Porsche 930 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 930 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Florian | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Florian | 930 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
