1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 8 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 128 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | W12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
