1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 462 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Piazza | MK V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
