2007 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escape | Florian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
