1974 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Florian |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
