1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Apollo | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
