1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 566 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
