1982 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Cortina weights approximately 4 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Cortina | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cortina | Florian |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
