1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 76 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Piazza | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |