1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 444 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Galaxy | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
