1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 275 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
| Model | Florian | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
