1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. Both 1976 Ford Taunus and 1987 Isuzu Piazza are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Taunus | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
