1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 149 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 545 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Piazza | Musso |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
