1997 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 27 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 400 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Contour | Florian |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
