1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 929 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Florian | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
