1968 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1971 Isuzu Florian is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 119 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Isuzu Florian (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Florian |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
