1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | Eldorado | Piazza |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |