1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1980 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 1980 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Prelude | Florian |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |