1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 472 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charade | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
