1979 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Granada | Piazza |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |