1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 101 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Prelude | Piazza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |