2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1831 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Florian |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
