1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Malibu | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
