2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 985 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1981 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1981 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Pilot | Florian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
