1988 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 1 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Isuzu Piazza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | CX | Piazza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |