1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Piazza | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
