1980 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1031 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Florian | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
