1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 801 kg more than 1971 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Florian | Montego |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
