2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 25 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1169 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.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Envoy | Florian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2510 mm |
