1992 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 3 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Regal | Piazza |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |