1986 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Granada | Piazza |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |