1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1985 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 353 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1985 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Challenger | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
