1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 6 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Piazza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |