1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 530 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Newport | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
