1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 5 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Isuzu Piazza 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Isuzu Kia
Model Piazza Sorento
Year Released 1982 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 149 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2720 mm


 

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