1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 34 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Piazza | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
