1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 210 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Piazza | Outback |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
