2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 492 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
