1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Piazza | 14 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
