2004 Ford Laser vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Laser | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Laser | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
