1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
