1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 505 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Florian | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
