1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Piazza | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |