1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 22 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Piazza | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
