1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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. Both 1988 Isuzu Piazza and 2005 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 150 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Piazza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
