1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 265 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Florian |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |