1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Saab 900. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1996 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Piazza | 900 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
