1981 Ford Granada vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada 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) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
