1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 518 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Piazza | 607 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
