Isuzu Piazza JT221, 180XE and 180XE/S Grades

General Information
Manufacturer
Isuzu Motors, Ltd., Fujisawa, Japan
Importer
American Isuzu Motors, Inc., Whitier, California
Body Style
2-door, 4-passenger, 2+2, Three Door Coupe
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine, Front Drive
Body/Frame
Uni-body
Price
Options
Stereo options from Clarion, Kenwood, Addzest, and Bose, four speed automatic transmission
Typical Market Competition
Nissan 180SX
Dimensions
Wheelbase
96.5 in / 2450 mm
Track
Front
56.3 in / 1430 mm
Rear
55.4 in / 1405 mm
Length
166.3 in / 4225 mm
Width
66.7 in / 1695 mm
Height
51.8 in / 1315 mm
Ground Clearance
5.7 in / 145 mm
Curb Weight
1100-1120 kg Manual Transmission (2425-2469 lb), 1140-1160 kg Automatic Transmission (2513-2557 lb)
Weight Distribution
65/35
Cargo Capacity
11.0 cu ft
Fuel Capacity
12.4 gal
Weight/Power Ratio
17.7 lb/hp
Engine
Type
Inline 4, liquid cooled, cast iron block, cast aluminum head
Bore x Stroke
3.15 in x 3.54 in / 80 mm x 90 mm
Displacement
110 ci / 1809 cc
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Valve Gear
DOHC 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel/Induction System
Multipoint EFI
Horsepower
150 PS, 149 HP @ 6400 RPM
Torque
17.5 kg-m, 126.5 lb/ft @ 4600 RPM
Horsepower/Liter
77.4
Maximum Engine Speed
7000 RPM
Recommended Fuel
Unleaded Premium
Driveline
Transmission Type
5-speed Manual
Gear Ratios
First
3.727
Second
2.150
Third
1.448
Fourth
1.027
Fifth
0.829
Axle Ratio
Final Drive Ratio
4.117
Chassis
Suspension
Front
MacPherson struts, lower control arms, coil springs, anti-rollbar
Rear
Struts, twin lateral links, trailing links, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Steering
Type
Rack and pinion, power assist
Ratio
16.0:1
Turns Lock to Lock
2.3
Turning Circle
32.2
Brakes
Front Type/Diameter
Vented discs, 9.7 in
Rear Type/Diameter
Discs, 10.1 in
Anti-Lock
Optional
Wheels and Tires
Wheel Size
15 x 6
Wheel Type/Material
Cast aluminum
Tire Size
205/50VR15
Tire Manufacturer and Model