1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 20 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 588 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Piazza | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
