1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Piazza | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| 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 | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
