1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Piazza | Quest |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
