2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 89 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
