2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 25 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Freestyle | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
