1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 24 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 555 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Isuzu | Infiniti |
Model | Piazza | M |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2901 mm |