2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 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 | 326 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
