1987 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 26 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 611 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Piazza | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Isuzu | Dodge |
| Model | Piazza | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
