1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | 62 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
