1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 24 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 381 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Piazza | C30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
