1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
