1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 20 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 284 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Piazza | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
