1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1296 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Piazza | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3099 mm |
