1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 705 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Florian | Montego |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
