1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
