1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 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 82 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | 818 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
