1981 Lada 1200 vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200. 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200. 1982 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1981 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada 1200 | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Lada | Isuzu |
| Model | 1200 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
