1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 213 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Piazza | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
