1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Plymouth | Isuzu |
| Model | Voyager | Florian |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
