1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Piazza | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
