1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 233 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Piazza | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
