1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 23 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 955 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 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1982 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1982 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Florian | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
