1988 Holden Camira vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Camira | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Camira | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
