1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 525 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Falcon | Florian |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
