1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 399 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Meteor | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Meteor | Piazza |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |