1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Falcon | Piazza |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |