1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 1987 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Applause | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
