2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 76 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1247 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
