1974 Ford Granada vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1980 Isuzu Florian is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
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 Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Granada | Florian |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |