1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Piazza | Defender |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |