2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
