1980 Isuzu Florian vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 375 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Florian | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Florian | 968 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
