1981 Isuzu Florian vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1981 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1981 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Florian | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Florian | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
