1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1982 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 Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Express | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
