1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Piazza | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
