1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Piazza | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |