2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 376 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
