1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Thunderbird | Florian |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
