1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Piazza | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
