1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
