1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet is newer by 3 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Florian | Comet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
