1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Piazza | Senator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
