1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
