1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1982 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | F-250 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |