2006 Honda Element vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Element | Piazza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |