1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 401 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
