1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 12 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 472 kg more than 1982 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Piazza | XJR |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
