2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1837 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
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 Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian. 1980 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Florian |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
