1989 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 763 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Piazza | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Piazza | Commander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
