2008 Acura TL vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | TL | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| 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 | 286 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
