2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 41 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 701 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
