1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 24 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 294 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, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Piazza | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 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 | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
