1988 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Piazza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |