1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 20 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 356 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 407 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
