1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 585 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Piazza | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
