1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Piazza | Korando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
