1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 945 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 951 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | Vantage | Florian |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1025 kg |
