2002 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
