1988 Ford Telstar vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 254 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Telstar | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Telstar | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
