1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Piazza | Laser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
