1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Ace | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
