1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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. 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | Fox |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
