1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 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, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
