1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 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), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 21.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
