1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 224 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 306 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
