1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 21 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 427 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Because 1985 Isuzu Piazza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Isuzu Piazza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
