1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 256 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1985 Isuzu Piazza has manual transmission. 1985 Isuzu Piazza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Piazza | V50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
