1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Piazza | 300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
