1971 Isuzu Florian vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 640 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Isuzu Florian | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Florian | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 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 | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
