1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 352 kg more than 1982 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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Piazza | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
