1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 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), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Meteor | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 82 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
