1998 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 254 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
