1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
