1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Piazza | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
