2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C5 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
