1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. Both 1987 Isuzu Piazza and 1982 Ford Granada are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Piazza | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
