1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Piazza | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
