1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Piazza | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
