1983 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | 80 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
