1984 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 152 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Piazza | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
