1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 128 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Piazza | Almera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
