1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Taurus | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
