1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 1,994 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 2006 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S40 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Piazza | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
