1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1030 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | Eldorado | Piazza |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
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 | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |