1978 Buick Century vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Century | Piazza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |