1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | Seville | Piazza |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |