1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Isuzu | Buick |
| Model | Piazza | Century |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
