1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Corona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
