1982 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 30 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Piazza | R8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
