1982 Isuzu Florian vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, both 1982 Isuzu Florian and 1982 Plymouth Caravelle were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1982 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Florian | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Florian | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
