1982 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 324 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
