2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-150 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
