1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 17 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Piazza | A |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
