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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 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 118 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 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 | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |