1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza 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 60 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Lancia Dedra. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Piazza | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
