2009 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 41 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escape | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
