1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 1 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 8 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Shadow | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
