1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dart | Florian |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
