1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
