1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. 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 78 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 237 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Piazza | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
