1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 26 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Piazza | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
