1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 20 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 570 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Piazza | Espace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
