2005 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 318 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
