1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Piazza | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
