1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Piazza | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |