1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
