2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
