1981 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 429 kg more than 1969 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Florian |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
