1984 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Florian |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
