1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Piazza | Spider |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
