2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 374 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | XLR | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
