1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 376 kg more than 1984 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fairlane | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
