1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
