2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 866 kg more than 1982 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | Florian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1899 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3009 mm | 2510 mm |
