1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
