1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Florian | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
