2000 Ford Escape vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 547 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escape | Florian |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
