2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 218 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C5 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 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 | 1502 kg | 1284 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 |
