1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 15 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 335 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | APV | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
