2003 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.

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2003 Audi A6 1979 Isuzu Florian
Make Audi Isuzu
Model A6 Florian
Year Released 2003 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1817 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 226 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2510 mm