1983 Isuzu Florian vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 24 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Florian | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Florian | Elise |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
