1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Piazza | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
