2009 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
