1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 136 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
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, 1983 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Florian | Elan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
