1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 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 14 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Piazza | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
