1989 Holden Gemini vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Holden Gemini 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 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 77 more horse power than 1989 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Gemini | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Gemini | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
