1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
