1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
