2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 193 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1980 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 1980 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1980 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Florian |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
