1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 425 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
