1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 171 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Piazza | Neon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
