1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1197 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Piazza | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3683 mm |
