1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Piazza | Cougar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |