1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 1983 Isuzu Florian and 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Florian | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
