1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 6 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Allante | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
