2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | GT 40 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
