1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 306 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
