1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 776 kg more than 1986 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Piazza | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
