1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 604 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Blazer | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
