1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Florian | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Florian | 928 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |