1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 748 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Piazza | Flex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2995 mm |
