1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, both 1982 Ford Meteor and 1982 Isuzu Florian were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Meteor | Florian |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |