1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
