2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Explorer | Florian |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |