1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 502 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Florian |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
