1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 63 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Isuzu Piazza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Prelude | Piazza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
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 | 220 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |