2008 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
