1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 246 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Piazza | Milan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2728 mm |