1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Telstar | Florian |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
