1980 Ford Laser vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Laser | Piazza |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |