1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 94 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Falcon | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
