1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 414 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Taurus | Florian |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |