2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 19 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 66 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobalt | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
