2009 Honda Element vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 104 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Element | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
