1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 9 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 153 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.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Piazza | 968 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |