2007 Acura RL vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 298 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | RL | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
