1981 Isuzu Florian vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 16 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 590 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Florian | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Florian | V90 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
