1985 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Orion | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
