1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Kingswood | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
