2008 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 107 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Isuzu Piazza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
