1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 706 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
