1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2005 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Isuzu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Piazza | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
