1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Dakota | Piazza |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |