1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 286 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
