1984 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 337 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Isuzu Piazza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
