1986 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 4 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 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 281 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, 1986 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian. 1982 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Florian |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
