2009 Ford Edge vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Edge | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
