1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Dakota | Florian |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
