2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 965 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Kia | Isuzu |
Model | Sorento | Florian |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |