1985 Ford Tempo 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 Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 179 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Tempo | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
