1986 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
