1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 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 83 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 305 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
