1975 Ford Maverick vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Maverick | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
