1980 Isuzu Florian vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 662 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Florian | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
| Model | Florian | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
