1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 715 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Caravan | Florian |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
