2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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. Both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 1988 Isuzu Piazza are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
