1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 485 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Piazza | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
