2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | E-250 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
