1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 2 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 85 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian. 1983 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | V6 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
