1988 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Piazza | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Piazza | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
