1980 Isuzu Florian vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1980 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Florian | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
