1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 843 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Piazza | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Piazza | Discovery |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |