1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 261 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Piazza | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
