1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Isuzu Florian | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Florian | Discovery |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |