1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Piazza | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
