1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 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), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
