1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 19 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Carens |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
