1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Piazza | 12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
