1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 520 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1967 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1967 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Polara | Florian |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
