1997 Honda CRX vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | CRX | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
