1985 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 231 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Piazza.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1985 Isuzu Piazza (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Piazza | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
