1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 157 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Sierra | Piazza |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |