1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 4 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Sunbird | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
