1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Scorpio | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
