1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
