1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 754 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Piazza | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
