1996 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Piazza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |