1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Piazza | Volare |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
