2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1935 kg more than 1981 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Excursion | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
