1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 17 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Beretta | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
