1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1050 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | GMC | Isuzu |
Model | Suburban | Piazza |
Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |