1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1982 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 465 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Piazza. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1982 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Venture | Piazza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |