1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Piazza |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |