1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 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 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Piazza | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
