1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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. Both 1989 Isuzu Piazza and 2008 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 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, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Piazza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
