1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza 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 54 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
