1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 75 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
