1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Guara | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
