2009 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Piazza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |