2006 Audi A8 vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A8 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
