2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 23 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 721 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Venture | Florian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
