1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 640 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Florian | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
