1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Nova 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 105 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Piazza | Nova |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
