1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 36 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | Coupe | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
