1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 150 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, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian. 1983 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1993 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1993 Lotus Esprit 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:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Lotus | Isuzu |
| Model | Esprit | Florian |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
