2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 362 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Florian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
