1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 542 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
