1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 14 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Piazza | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
