1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Piazza | Comet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
