1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 13 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Rocky | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
