1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza 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 57 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Piazza | Santana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
