1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, both 1985 Isuzu Piazza and 1985 Volvo 245 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
Model | Piazza | 245 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |