1980 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 6 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Capri | Florian |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
