1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-150 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
