2002 Acura CL vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 19 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1983 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 1983 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | CL | Florian |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
