1981 Isuzu Florian vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 665 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Florian | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Florian | SL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
