1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Piazza | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
