1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza 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 75 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
