1981 Isuzu Florian vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 936 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.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Florian | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | Florian | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
