1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 266 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Cougar | Florian |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
