1972 AMC Matador vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | AMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Matador | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
