1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Piazza | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
