1983 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Piazza (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
