1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
