1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Piazza | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |