1987 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 207 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
