1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 11 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Mirada | Florian |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
