1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1970 Mercury Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu Florian | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Florian | Cougar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |