2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1183 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 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Nissan | Isuzu |
| Model | Titan | Florian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
