1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 18 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
