1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saturn |
| Model | Piazza | ION |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
