2009 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escape | Piazza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |