1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 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 43 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
