1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1983 Isuzu Florian and 1983 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Because 1983 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Isuzu Florian | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Florian | Kadett |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |