1981 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 840 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Piazza | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Piazza | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2955 mm |
