1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Piazza | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
